Job Description

Vista Outdoor is currently looking for tax/finance intern candidates to work 40 hours a week during non-school periods/semesters (generally this is the 12 week period during summer months). Vista Outdoor’s tax internship position is designed to provide a broad exposure to the tax function including federal and state income tax compliance, sales and use tax compliance, tax controversy, and tax accounting. Vista Outdoor offers meaningful internships to help you develop your skills and knowledge as you contribute to a global company in the outdoor recreation, consumer products industry.

Vista Outdoor Inc. is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of consumer products in the growing outdoor sports and recreation markets. We serve these markets through our diverse portfolio of well-recognized brands that provide consumers with a range of performance-driven, high-quality and innovative products, including sporting ammunition and firearms, outdoor products, outdoor cooking solutions, outdoor sports optics, hydration systems, golf rangefinders, action sports helmets and goggles, footwear and a variety of cycling accessories, as well as many accessories to the outdoor industry. We serve a broad range of end consumers, including outdoor enthusiasts, hunters and recreational shooters, professional athletes, as well as law enforcement and military professionals.

Vista Outdoor has office, manufacturing, and distribution locations across the US and employs approximately 5,300 skilled workers globally.

The Position:

This position is located at our Anoka MN facility with an anticipated start date May/June 2022.

Job Responsibilities:

• Analyze and prepare book to taxable income computations
• Analyze and reconcile financial statement data for tax return use
• Prepare federal and state tax work papers
• Assist in preparation of state sales and use tax returns
• Assist in preparation of personal property tax returns
• Assist with tax notices and audits
• Research and document tax technical issues
• Work on special projects as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Junior/Senior level in Bachelors’ degree program for accounting/finance degree. Tax emphasis is preferred.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Quick learner
• Strong analytical skills
• Good communication and organization skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including: medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, tuition reimbursement, gear discounts and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!

Our Postings are not intended for distribution to or use in any jurisdiction, country or territory where such distribution or use would violate local law or would subject us to any regulations in another jurisdiction, country or territory. We reserve the right to limit our Postings in any jurisdiction, country or territory.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled

At this time, Vista Outdoor is closely monitoring the developments on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) COVID-19 workplace rule regarding COVID-19 vaccination or testing. You will not be asked any questions regarding these items during application. As it stands today, employers, including Vista Outdoor, are required to take steps to implement OSHA’s rules including mandatory weekly testing for individuals who are unvaccinated or proof of vaccination. Approved medical and religious exemptions are allowed and all data is treated confidentially. Proof of vaccination or weekly testing are not required for roles that are remote with no on-site work.